The list of academic options at Oakland University is constantly growing. OU currently offers more than 120 undergraduate degrees and more than 130 graduate and certificate options. Students have the opportunity to participate in high-level research as early as their freshman year.

From important registration reminders to daily events, stay focused on the finish line while getting the most out of your educational experience. Approximately 275 active student organizations take learning to a new level, while student service offices are here to help you succeed.

Over 100,000 alumni proudly call OU their alma mater. Upon graduation, you will automatically be welcomed as a member of Oakland University's very active Alumni Association. Alumni stay connected through networking, volunteering and mentorship programs.

Nearly half a million people visit campus each year to explore OU's cultural icons, such as the home to OU's founder, our very own National Historic Landmark. Be inspired by guest speakers from around the world, or awed by artwork, student, faculty and guest performances.

Your gift matters! Contributions from alumni and friends create opportunities that prepare Oakland University students to be leaders. Support the OU Fund (the area of greatest need), scholarships, athletics, the library, Meadow Brook Hall, or one of the hundreds of other areas that make Oakland unique.

The Grizzlies' growing Division I athletics program is a member of the Horizon League, one of the NCAA's top performing leagues. Athletes can also be found in dozens of club and intramural sports, or playing recreational games of disc or ball golf on one of OU's courses.

Teacher Recertification

In the summer of 2011, the State of Michigan passed several school and tenure reform bills. The Michigan Department of Education then created new administrative rules to comply with the new laws. The updated rules will impact all levels of teacher certification. Make sure you view the revised Teacher Certification Code in its entirety. Visit the SEHS Advising page for more information on continuing certification and the renewal process.

The Office of Professional Development and Education Outreach offers various individual courses to meet the needs of teacher certificate renewals and continuing education. Please visit the following tabs for course options.

Counseling

Oakland University periodically offers individual counseling elective courses for educators, counselors, and any individuals interested in learning more about the field of counseling. Courses are offered on a varying basis each semester.

Upgrade your ZA endorsement to the new ZS endorsement with our new bridge option:

ZA Endorsement + only 2 courses + MTTC ZS Test = ZS Endorsement

BENEFITS:

attain the State Board of Education's revised standards reflecting the knowledge and skills needed to teach children from birth to age 8 in general education settings, as well as significant knowledge and skills teaching children with disabilities

be qualified to teach in:

general education early childhood classrooms

inclusive early childhood classrooms, and

early childhood special education classrooms

feel confident in knowing you possess the most up-to-date early childhood endorsement available, and in having the skills and knowledge needed to address the developmental and educational needs of all children in your care, regardless of ability level

TUITION SCHOLARSHIPS:

A limited number of tuition scholarships are available to get you started:

The Macomb Initiative Scholarship provides a $150.00 per-credit-hour tuition award to educators enrolled in the following course: EC 552 - Introduction to Early Childhood Special Education. Scholarships are awarded on a first-come-first-served basis. The award is non-renewable and the student recipient must meet the eligibility requirements. This scholarship may be used for tuition only.

Eligibility Requirements include:

Proof of an earned bachelor’s degree

Be admitted as a “professional development” student or enrolled in an existing graduate program

Teacher/Administrator certificates and endorsements must be current

Although students are not required to "apply," their qualifications will be reviewed by the Early Childhood Program Director prior to registration

COURSES:

Fall 2015 (September 2 - December 15, 2015)

Course: EC 552 – Introduction to Early Childhood Special Education (Credit Hours: 4)Location: Macomb ISD, Clinton Township, MIDates/ Time: Tuesday from 5:00-8:20 p.m.Description: This course focuses on early childhood special education (ECSE) as a unique discipline similar to, but distinctly different than early childhood education and special education. Teaming, assessment, family centered practice, and child focused practices within multiple contexts of ECSE will be addressed. Activities will take place that encourage reflective practice. A field experience is built into the course.

Winter 2016 (January 5 - April 26, 2016)

Course: EC 553: ECSE: Programming, Planning & Intervention (Credit Hours: 4)Location: Macomb ISD, Clinton Township, MIDates/Time: Tuesday from 5:00-8:20 p.m.Description: This course focuses on linking the foundational components to professional practice in the field of Early Childhood Special Education. Practical applications of teaming, assessment, family centered practice and child focused approaches will be addressed, with particular attention to the themes of diversity, inclusion, and technology. A field experience is built into the course.

Oakland University periodically offers individual elective courses for educators, counselors, and any individuals interested in learning more about issues in the field of education. Courses are offered on a varying basis each semester.

In partnership with the Macomb Intermediate School District, Oakland University is offering secondary mathematics teachers the opportunity to earn graduate credit for the following courses. All courses are three (3) graduate credits:

Courses combine an emphasis on administering an IB program, with general administrative practices and recent trends in educational leadership. The courses are designed and taught by practicing IB administrators and education school professionals.

For more information on IB Leadership Courses for Administrators, please contact:

To meet the needs of the Michigan reading requirement, Oakland University offers RDG 510 for 3 or 4 graduate credits. This course is offered all year round in a hybrid/partially-online format. For current course offerings, please visit SAIL and do a course search. RDG 510 will apply to certain graduate programs including the M.Ed. in Special Education. Upcoming courses are also listed below:

Course Dates: July 6 - July 29, 2015

Format: Hybrid course with two face-to-face dates held on Monday, July 6 and Tuesday, July 28 from 9:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.

Oakland University offers exciting opportunities to enroll in Special Education related courses designed for general/special education teachers, administrators, and any individuals interested in learning more about the subject. If you are interested in future Special Education elective courses, please contact the project manager, Andrea Lewis, for more information about upcoming courses. Courses are offered on a varying basis each semester.

Fall 2015 Special Education Electives

SE 590: Using Technology to Facilitate Independence in Special EducationDates: September 3 - December 15, 2015Format: OnlineInstructor: Dwayne Wessel, M.Ed.